Vacation in Russia

Kostroma is one of the most beautiful city in Russia. The city is as old as Moscow. It was founded in 1152 by Yuri Dolgorukiy. Like many other cities Koztroma was burned during the Tartar invasion. During the 15th century the city burned to ground for three times. But local population made heroic efforts and very soon the city was reconstructed/

In the 17th century Kostroma became a very important city of Russia. It was the city of craftsmen and merchants. This city became popular in that time for the mastery of such professions as builders, icon painters, tanners and canvas makers.

Kostroma has many historical monuments that date back to the past centuries. The Ipatievsky-Troitzkiy monastery is one of the popular sights in Kostroma. The monastery was founded in 1330. The Tartar prince Chet, who was the founder of the monastery and Ivan Susanin are buried in the monastery. The monastery also houses the “Ipatievsky Monastery” Kostroma historical and architectural museum-sanctuary. The monastery has buildings that are famous all over the world, which are the Green Tower and Troitzky Cathedral.

Another famous monastery is the Bogoyavlensky Monastery founded at the beginning of the 15th century. Nowadays the Bogoyavlensky Monastery is the residence of the current Archbishop of Kostroma.

Kostroma is really one of the most beautiful cities in Russia. You will find different kinds of attractions and surely will enjoy your Russian vacation there. Put Kostroma on your itinerary when you visit Russia, but note there are not very many Russian hotels in Kostroma as it is a small town.